Palo Alto was the birthplace of Silicon Valley, and is still one of its main centers.

Famous companies such as Hewlett Packard and Facebook count Palo Alto as home. In software, biotechnology, and now Web 2.0, Palo Alto plays a leading role.

Palo Alto and the nearby Stanford University campus are the setting for numerous cultural activities and events. There are plenty of places to eat in Palo Alto, and numerous hotels and motels where you can spend the night. The best opportunities for shopping are on University Avenue and the famous Stanford Shopping Center, both in Palo Alto.

This website is happy to provide general maps and a zip code map of the Palo Alto and surrounding area.